Intent to Sole Source Explorance
ID: W91QF425Q0033Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f3e9f0297ce843bbaffc12a9e89f5962/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, intends to award a sole-source contract to Explorance Inc. for the provision of Blue Survey Software Subscription to the Defense Language Institute located at the Presidio of Monterey, California. This procurement is justified under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as it is deemed in the best interest of the Government to limit competition for this acquisition. Interested parties have the opportunity to submit their capabilities for consideration, but must provide clear evidence that competition would be beneficial. Responses should be directed to Chester Serviora via email by 2:00 PM CST on August 15, 2025, with the procurement process being contingent on fund availability and prior authorization.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert M. Parvin
    9136841624 or 5209443389
    (913) 684-1610
    robert.m.parvin.civ@army.mil
    Chester L. Serviora
    (520) 944-3403
    chester.l.serviora.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    JandA_Explorance_UNDER_SAT_Redacted.pdf
    This government file details a justification for a sole-source purchase, certified as accurate and complete by a Contracting Officer and Division Chief. The document confirms that limiting competition for this acquisition is in the best interest of the Government, contingent on fund availability and prior authorization of the services or supplies. It includes signatures from Robert M. Parvin, Contracting Officer (dated 08/07/2025), and Robert D. Yocklin, Division Chief (dated 08/08/2025), along with a control number (2025-0060). This indicates a formal approval process for non-competitive procurement within a government agency.
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